Wow! We went to Leo's Haven at Chanticleer Park and it's amazing. I wish this park was closer to…read morehome. It was just built in 2020 so everything is in great condition. It was built in partnership with Shane's Inspiration (if you've been to Griffith Park, it's the same organization). So, many of the park features are universally accessible. The playground area is spacious and a wonderful safe space for children. There are some climbing areas and slides for toddler age but the larger playground is great for preschool-elementary age. There isn't a ton of shade so bring hats and sunscreen! There are some benches scattered around the park and a few tables outside of the gated area. There is a private lot and street parking. They have bathrooms and they are fairly clean!

This is a super nice new neighborhood park. Really liked the garden picnic area. Plenty of parking…read more Just wish it had some trees/shade.

Hidden little treasure above Capitola Village. A place only locals will know about. Walk down the…read morepath from overlooking the ocean then down into the village.

Quaint local park: tennis courts,baseball field, playground, soccer field, community garden and…read moreCommunity Center It is a safe day time spot to take your dog (or for others, your kids.) Minus one star for not being well lit at night. Especially when it gets dark early...

I enjoy their variety of classes. So glad to be attending…read moreZumba classes bi weekly as well as language classes: Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese for traveling, Visualization and Yoga.

Short and Simple. +…read more2 blocks away from home + fairly small which makes it easy for the parent(s) to keep an eye on the kid(s) + great for kids under the age of 5 + clean + tennis courts + large picnic area under one canopy + restroom facilities This is where I normally start my run. I rather have a treadmill though...

This is my local gem. It can get crowded but usually is fairly open. There is some gang tagging in…read morethe bbq pit area but nothing overtly offensive. I love the shaded tables right next to the playground. The only sand is by the swings, the rest is just the rubber substrate. The restrooms are pretty usable, although they are a little distance from the structures. You may not be able to get little ones there in time if they aren't good at early notification. There is a little kids play structure and a bigger kids structure. There is a water fountain which is very accessible to all. Plenty of slides, a few swings and a variety of climbing activities! There is a tennis court and a big, multi-purpose field. There is a decent parking lot. Pros: location, bbq pits, open tables, shaded tables, restrooms, water fountain, places to play, parking, a lot of trees Cons: possible gang hang out, also (being in Live Oak) there is a possibility of creepy molesters hanging out in the corners. I'm not kidding! There is a guy sitting across the park from me right now staring at my kids. It has been only me, my kids and this guy for the last 90 minutes. I've been staring into his creepy eyes whenever he looks over. Also, Brommer St. runs along it and can be street noisy if that sort of thing bothers your little ones.

Beautiful state beach for either spending the day or overnight in one of the campsites!…read more We stopped in on a Sunday around 1pm and wasn't crowded at all. Since we paid $10 at Seacliff state beach a few miles away it was free to enter with our receipt. We asked about the overnight camp sites and were told book in advance on www.parks.ca.gov. They did have some open sites although premium ocean view sites which I believe have hookups go quickly as are only around 9 of those. They are on the top of a tall bluff so do not have easy access to the beach. The beach is a further walk or drive to a separate area of the park. The beach area is pretty and would be a chill spot to enjoy the afternoon away from a ton of people. We enjoyed our time here.

One of my favorite beaches and campgrounds. Gets very narrow when the tide is in. Has interesting…read morefossil cliffs on the western end. Waves are gentle and relatively safe. Not the most accessible, however. Very steep concrete steps at one end, lower steps at the other, both in moderate disrepair. Wildlife includes sea otters, sea lions, various seabirds. Staff at the kiosk were friendly, helpful, and welcoming.

This is an absolutely charming park with great play structures for the kiddos to enjoy. I really…read morelike they wide-open space with clear visibility. So why the one star off? The restrooms are bad. Like REALLY bad. There's literally caution tape in the men's restroom. I understand that's not the parks departments fault though. Additionally, parking can be a little tight on busy weekends. Aside from that, it's awesome. Will definitely be back.

Great playground with fenced area for 2-5 year-olds, rock climbing wall, restrooms on premise. Cute…read morecommunity garden and open dog park as well.

This beach is a colorful one The coloured houses add a fun…read moreelement to the sun and sand The extreme ends of the beach are a bit calmer . There is a public washroom at one end of the beach and that is so convenient Definitely coming back for the good feels

Capitola State Beach is such a charming spot. The row of colorful houses makes a perfect backdrop…read morefor photos - I even had some engagement photos taken here and they turned out amazing. The beach itself is clean and relaxing, and there are some cute little cafés along the water where you can grab a drink and just hang out. A beautiful, picturesque beach and definitely worth a visit!

It's a little park you would miss if you weren't looking for it or from the neighborhood. There is…read morea small play set and a small b-ball court. To be honest the only reason I know of this particular park is because of PoGo. I don't believe there is a restroom...drive slow! It is at the end of a residential area.

Willowbrook is a quaint local park. Although there are no swings, there are Bbq's, a newer…read moreplayground and tennis courts. This park is also pretty clean. The county does a good job maintaining this spot. It may also help that there are "doggie bags" to help manage the waste. Although we have been told to reserve if in advance, we hope to have a bday party for our daughter here.